— information based on written submission of Claire Catherwood
The West End Community Watch group met February 20, and the speaker was Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow.
He began by recounting recent police activity which has been heavy over the last week, including an officer involved shooting, a shooting near a popular local establishment and a bank robbery.
Chief Barrow also provided information about the “Ring” app, which can be used on Wi-Fi or with a smart phone. The “Ring” app is a doorbell-like device which takes a picture and sends it to your computer or phone when anyone comes near your door. The person does not need to actually ring the bell to trigger the camera. It does cost about $200. Chief Barrow stressed that while he did not wish to advertise a product, it is worthwhile to look into any technology which will keep people safer.
The remainder of the meeting was taken up by topics opened by those in attendance. The final discussion was about the need of stressing and taking advantage of the good things about Henderson and Vance County.
Chief Barrow expressed his love of our area and his desire for all to recognize and celebrate the good.
(WIZS thanks Claire Catherwood for her written account of the meeting.)